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Installing Fuel Pickup Tube
Steel or Aluminum Tank
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King aluminum fuel tank. The aluminum tank is already equipped with fuel inlet, fuel outlet and vent fittings.
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ONLY”. Verify label is present. If not present, order label 93-1184 and install on tank. Reference 40 CFR 1039.104(e)/
1039.135
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BEFORE drilling any holes, check for internal baffles inside the tank.
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PRIOR to installation, remove protective caps from ends of pickup tubes.
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DO NOT apply any type of sealant material to the fuel pickup tube assembly. Doing so will result in plugged fuel
lines.
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clean and flush the tank to remove any debris.
FOLLOW THE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS INCLUDED WITH THE FUEL PICKUP TUBE
Figure 28.
Typical Steel or Aluminum Fuel Tank Installation Shown
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Return Fitting
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Supply Fitting